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Who is Dr. Lau, Physiatrist in Paramount, CA?
Dr. Janice Lau, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Paramount, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lau is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lau’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lau’s office at (951) 353-2000.
What languages does Dr. Lau speak?
Dr. Lau and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lau treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Lau diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Lau. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Lau perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Janice Lau may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lau's office.
Does Dr. Lau accept my insurance?
Dr. Lau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 353-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lau accept in Paramount, CA?
Dr. Lau in Paramount, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CalOptima
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
OptumRx
Preferred IPA
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lau's office located?
Dr. Janice Lau's Primary Practice
14023 Paramount Blvd
Paramount, CA 90723
(951) 353-2000
What is Dr. Lau's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548623150.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lau?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lau
What is Dr. Janice Lau's specialty?
Dr. Lau is a Physiatrist near Paramount, CA. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Lau to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Janice Lau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lau is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Janice Lau accepting new patients in Paramount, CA?
Yes, Dr. Janice Lau is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Janice Lau offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lau's office at (951) 353-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Janice Lau?
Please contact Dr. Lau's office at (951) 353-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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